What we’re about
Shropshire Humanists was formed in 2006 as a voice for those in the county and around who live decent and useful lives without superstitious belief and without religion. We are affiliated to Humanists UK and come together to discuss relevant issues and to meet up with those of a like mind.
We believe that the growth of fundamentalist religious beliefs can represent a real threat. Although we have no wish to dictate what other people think we are firmly of the view that religious beliefs and practices are essentially private matters, and should have no influence in our legislative system or our state-funded education system.
Shropshire Humanists aims to campaign for those issues both locally and nationally and aspires to grow to provide a local voice. A welcome is given to those who have sympathy with these objectives or wish to find out more. Further details on our group can be found at: https://shropshirehumanist.wordpress.com/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- FREE PUBLIC TALK 'The Scandal of UK Prisons'Shrewsbury Unitarian Church, SY1 1LR
FREE PUBLIC TALK
Speaker Meeting
'The Scandal of UK Prisons'
by Andrew Neilson, Howard League of Penal ReformThe Howard League work for less crime, safer communities, fewer people in prison.
One century ago Dostoevsky wrote “The degree of civilization in a society can be judged by entering its prisons” – come to the talk and judge for yourself whether we are civilized!
Venue: Unitarian Church, 39-40 High Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LR
Arrive 6.30pm for refreshments and chat before the talk at 7.00pm
Further information can be found on our website:
Programme – Shropshire Humanists - FREE ZOOM TALK 'Explaining Humanism'Link visible for attendees
Thursday May 29th
Join the call from 6.45pm for 7:00pm startZOOM Talk
‘Explaining Humanism’ by Simon NightingaleSo, what is this humanism? Just another religion? A cult? A copy of Christianity?
How long have you got?! A soundbite, a couple of minutes, a lecture.
And who’s asking?
A religious or a non-religious person?- An adult or a child?
- A TV /Radio interviewer?
- A politician?
- In an RE lesson?
- An angry person?
How can you prove there’s no God or afterlife?
How can you know right & wrong without a bible?
Aren't your lives dull and without meaning?
Wasn’t Hitler an atheist - and Stalin?Link will be sent to everyone on our Mailing List.
Or email dr.simon.nightingale@gmail.comFurther information can be found on our website:
Programme – Shropshire Humanists - Brunch at a Shrewsbury Town Square restaurantShrewsbury, Shrewsbury
As well as regular public speaker meetings, Shropshire Humanists host various social events. These include a monthly brunch held at a Shrewsbury Town Square restaurant. Do come along for a relaxed atmosphere, tasty food but mainly to meet and mix with like-minded people.
To reserve a place and pre-order your food please contact James – jamesbohan01@icloud.com at least 5 days before.
- FREE PUBLIC TALK 'World Humanism Day'Shrewsbury Unitarian Church, SY1 1LR
FREE PUBLIC TALK
Speaker Meeting
‘World Humanism Day’
Four speakers on international humanism topics. If would like to speak please contact dr.simon.nightingale@gmail.comVenue: Unitarian Church, 39-40 High Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LR
Arrive 6.30pm for refreshments and chat before the talk at 7.00pm
Further information can be found on our website:
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